For over two decades, there has been a close connection between the realms of NBA and gaming. With an extensive list of NBA games, it’s not just the fans who express their enthusiasm; players also eagerly explore this virtual domain. Whether gracing the front cover of a release or immersing themselves in the game like avid fans, stars like Stephen Curry, Anthony Davis, Paul George, and others have showcased their appreciation for the gaming universe; all while entertaining the fans.

However, another game has managed to captivate the attention of the NBA. The release of GTA VI, with a glimpse of the Miami Heat’s arena, has drawn the basketball fans along with the gaming world. Furthermore, it has also summoned LeBron James, in particular, a social media post regarding his enthusiasm about the game’s trailer.

Paul George names his favorite GTA version

As the Podcast P crew wandered various realms, Dallas Rutherford posed a captivating question to Paul George. With the recent announcement of GTA VI in mind, Dallas inquired about George’s preferred GTA version. In a swift response, Paul enthusiastically declared, “San Andreas, bro, c’mon. That was the LA version right there.” The crew then delved into the game’s intricacies that they like, discussing everything from the story mode to the seamlessly integrated car radio.

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Due to a leak, Rockstar Games, the mastermind behind GTA, rolled out the game’s trailer ahead of schedule. Surprisingly, the unexpected twist seems to have worked in their favor, proving to be a boon rather than a setback.

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The trailer has become a force in terms of marketing, generating heightened anticipation and building a significant level of hype around its release.

PG used to stream during lockdown

When the world was hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, the sports industry felt its impact as well. With closed stadiums, canceled events, and suspended seasons, fans sought new ways to stay connected to their favorite sports; leading to the rise of streaming. Gradually, many players embraced streaming and invested effort into it.

Funnily enough, the most popular game streamed by NBA players was GTA V, where they would join and play on a roleplay server.

During the first month of players engaging in streaming, Twitch viewership experienced a notable 10% increase. Players such as Devin Booker, Alex Caruso, Paul George, Gordon Hayward, and De’Aaron Fox emerged as top streamers when the NBA season resumed. Both Booker and Caruso regularly took to Twitter to share updates about their streams; posting links to their sessions before going live. Interestingly, despite having a higher Twitter following, Paul George did not leverage his social accounts to promote his streams.

Do you agree with PG’s favorite GTA game? What’s your go-to version of the popular Rockstar product? Let us know in the comments.

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